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The Silent Hospital Pilot Project at Royal Cornwall Hospitals
The Trust has launched the Silent Hospital Pilot Project in its postnatal ward. The pilot involves sophisticated software that channels the traditional noise of nurse call bells directly to the mobile phones of midwives and nursing staff. This innovative approach aims to maintain effective communication between patients and staff but also seeks to foster a quieter and more calming environment. Sally Brittain, Director of Midwifery at RCHT, is enthusiastic about the prospects of the trial.
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Read more at Cornish Stuff
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Taking Steps to Improve Cyber Resilience
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar was hit by a suspected ransomware attack in November. But the council is migrating some systems to “cloud-based alternatives” as part of a digital response. The attack caused “significant disruption” to the council – including to benefits payments and children and adult social care services.
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Read more at FutureScot
Deazy Recruits CTO Marko Ivanovski
Bristol-based tech start-up Deazy has appointed a new chief technology officer. The developer marketplace platform has hired Marko Ivanovski, who will be responsible for targeting the enterprise market, the firm said.
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Read more at Business Live
Orquest Wins RTS 2024 Innovation Awards
Advertisement Artificial intelligence (A)-driven in-store workforce scheduling solution, Orquest, has been announced as the winner of the 2024 Innovation Awards by the Retail Technology Show. The RTS Innovation Awards seek out the foremost examples of future-forward innovation from across the RTS show floor, selecting disruptive technologies that can transform retailers’ operations. It enhances retail operational efficiency, fosters frontline team well-being and delivers an optimised customer experience.
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Read more at 365 Retail
The EU's Net Zero Industrial Act (NZIA) is Close to becoming European Law
The European Parliament adopted the Net Zero Industrial Act (NZIA) by 361 votes to 121, with 45 abstentions. The bill is now only awaiting approval from the European Council before entering the statute books.
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Read more at Hydrogen Insight
The First Lady Applauded King Ceasor University
King Ceasor University congratulated 240 graduates from 11 countries. The First Lady praised the university’s efforts in training and preparing students. She also acknowledged the contribution of parents and guardians for supporting the graduates throughout their academic journey.
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Joby Aviation to Launch Air Taxi Service in Abu Dhabi in 2025
Joby Aviation eVTOL has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with authorities in Abu Dhabi. The MoU is intended to show the “breadth of support available to Joby” from the Abu Dhabi Government. Joby holds exclusive rights to develop an air taxi service. Any inter-emirate service would require additional approval from the GCAA.
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Read more at Airport Technology
The New Battery Could Power Wireless Sensors in the Field
Researchers at the University of Utah's College of Engineering have discovered a promising new solution to power wireless devices used to monitor automobiles, industrial machinery, and agricultural products. The new battery comprises materials that change electrical properties when cooled and heated, thereby powering a device based on temperature fluctuations in the environment. This phenomenon creates an electric field inside the battery, allowing it to store energy for various applications.
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Read more at The Cool Down
Fintech Trends and Forecasts
Fintech integrates with fintech to create smarter, more efficient financial operations. Research forecasts the fintech industry to amass $1,152.06 billion by 2032. In this industry, there are certain trends that shape its development course, with the rise of AI technology at the top. Accounts Payable Automation One particular technology that revolutionizes how finance departments operate is accounts payable automation technology.
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Read more at IoT Business News
TotalEnergies Reports a 22% Downgrade in Q1 2024
TotalEnergies reported a 22% decline in Q1 2024 adjusted net income to $5.1bn on Friday. Higher refining margins partially offset a significant decrease in natural gas profits. Adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation) fell 19% to $11.49bn. Cash flow from operations, excluding working capital, also fell 20% to $5.6bn from the same quarter last year.
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Read more at Offshore Technology